Canon and Creed (Interpretation) (Interpretation: Resources for the Use of Scripture in the Church)


Canon and Creed (Interpretation) (Interpretation: Resources for the Use of Scripture in the Church) by Westminster John Knox Press

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How does the church understand the relation between its Scripture and its creedal formulations? No one is more qualified to address that question than Robert W. Jenson, who shows how canon and creed work together and interact and that neither is an adequate or sufficient to guide Christian faith without the help of the other. His book will enable contemporary interpreters and teachers, pastors, and laity to deal with the questions and tensions that are always present as the church seeks to hold canon and creed together.

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The Sacraments in Biblical Perspective: Interpretation: Resources for the Use of Scripture in the Church


The Sacraments in Biblical Perspective: Interpretation: Resources for the Use of Scripture in the Church by Westminster John Knox Press

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The third volume in the exciting new Interpretation series offers a comprehensive look at the theology of sacraments. For many church people, worship is about preaching and music. Baptism and the Lord's Supper are occasional additions to Sunday services. Recognizing that church-goers are uncertain about the need for sacraments, Ronald Byars describes the possibility that the very doing of worship--the actions observed, the postures assumed, the sound and sight of water, the smell and taste of bread and wine--will subtly alter the temper of the heart and the mind. If we encounter the sacraments honestly, they lead us to the very heart of the gospel. Read more...

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Church Planting Is for Wimps: How God Uses Messed-up People to Plant Ordinary Churches That Do Extraordinary Things (9Marks)


Church Planting Is for Wimps: How God Uses Messed-up People to Plant Ordinary Churches That Do Extraordinary Things (9Marks) by Crossway Books

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This latest addition to the IXMarks series tells the story ofthe revitalization of Guilford Baptist Church in northern Virginia.Weaving together scripture and biblical principles with humor andpersonal anecdotes, author Michael McKinley asserts that a pastor'sfaithful exposition of God's Word, passion for sharing the gospel,and care in the training of other godly leaders are more importantthan the size of his church.

McKinley honestly shares his own fears and rookie mistakes,along with encouraging stories of how God moved at GuilfordBaptist. We are reminded that God uses weak and fearful pastors inplants and revitalizations; church planting is indeed for "wimps."For pastors and seminarians considering a church plant and thosealready struggling in their own fledgling congregations, this bookis a thoughtful and encouraging resource.

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Churches Can Use City Schools for Worship During Appeal

03.07.11

A three-judge panel of the Second Circuit Court of Appeals struck down the arrangement last month when it found the city is entitled under the U.S. Constitution to bar worship from schools.

The case involves a small evangelical church called the Bronx Household of Faith. The church has since appealed the recent ruling by asking the entire court to hear the case.

"We're hoping that a higher court will change that," said Jordan Lorence, senior counsel for the Alliance Defense Fund, which represents the church. "Or maybe even the decision-makers themselves will realize how arbitrary it is to single out worship services out of all the myriad uses of things that go on in the public schools.

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Another use for a church: 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' in and ...

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That took place in three locations in the churchyard of Saint Paul’s Church Covent Garden and ended inside the church.

This open-air approach had a few advantages.

First , the scenes are set and don’t (necessarily) have to be changed.

Only one of the three locations in the churchyard had a scene change. The other two locations kept the same sets throughout the play.

Second , the audience moves with the cast during the performance.

No one has to get completely cramped while waiting for the rescue of the intermission. Fresh air is nice, too!

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